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INCORE guide to Internet sources on conflict in Kosovo
Compiled by Tanaz Khambatta (August 2004)
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MapsJohn R. Borchert Map Library
A great source that provides a compilation of various general, detailed, political, and thematic maps from a variety of sources. Please note that you will have to scroll down to find the links relevant to Kosovo.
http://map.lib.umn.edu/news.phtml (724)
Perry- Castañeda Library Map Collection at the University of Texas
Maps of Kosovo and the surrounding regions
The collection includes general and detailed maps of Kosovo, maps of the former Yugoslavia, and numerous war maps.
http://www.lib.utexas.edu/maps/kosovo.html (725)
UN Systems Website-- Map of Kosovo
Provides a fairly detailed map of Kosovo—can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.un.org/Depts/Cartographic/map/profile/kosovo.pdf (726)
John R. Borchert Map Library
A great source that provides a compilation of various general, detailed, political, and thematic maps from a variety of sources. Please note that you will have to scroll down to find the links relevant to Kosovo.
http://map.lib.umn.edu/news.phtml (727)
Perry- Castañeda Library Map Collection at the University of Texas
Maps of Kosovo and the surrounding regions
The collection includes general and detailed maps of Kosovo, maps of the former Yugoslavia, and numerous war maps.
http://www.lib.utexas.edu/maps/kosovo.html (728)
UN Systems Website-- Map of Kosovo
Provides a fairly detailed map of Kosovo—can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.un.org/Depts/Cartographic/map/profile/kosovo.pdf (729)
News Sources - Email ListsABYZ News Links—Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
A useful source that provides links to several different types of news organizations broadly categorized by national and foreign Serbian and Montenegrin newspapers and news media and local Serbian and Montenegrin newspapers and news media. The website also lists which sources cover Kosovo, as well as the language that the media is published in.
*Please note that because Kosovo is currently a territory of Serbia and Montenegro, it does not have its own listing in the News Links guide.
http://www.abyznewslinks.com/yugos.htm (730)
BBC News—Regions and Territories: Kosovo
Provides a general regional/territorial profile, as well an overview of politics, government, and media in Kosovo. The website also links to the major press, television, radio, and news agencies. The links to “Timeline: Kosovo” and “Timeline: After Milosevic” are particularly interesting.
* Please note that this page was last updated in May 2004—a more up-to-date version than the one listed may become available.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/country_profiles/3524092.stm (731)
BBC News—History Profile, Yugoslavia
Website provides a timeline briefly detailing the “shape” of “Yugoslavia” from 1900-2003. Click on any of the years on the timeline to view a short description and map of “Yugoslavia” at that time.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/map/yugoslavia/ (732)
EIN News—Serbia and Montenegro
A useful source that gives daily news from Serbia and Montenegro, Kosovo, and the surrounding area. Website provides a compilation of articles from various sources listed chronologically by date. The site also has an archive, as well as links to articles from specific sectors. These include: business and economy, government and politics, industry, and miscellaneous. Please note that since Kosovo is still a region of Serbia and Montenegro, all Kosovo news is included under the Serbia and Montenegro newsfeeds.
* Please note that some links lead to websites which require registration to access articles.
http://www.einnews.com/serbiamontenegro/ (733)
KosovaLive
Website has a few daily news stories from the area. Provides links to a weekly review and an archive, but please note that you must have authorization to access the latter. Although a few of the links do not work, the website also has links to many international media websites.
http://www.kosovalive.com/en/index_en.htm (734)
Kosovo News
An independent news service, operated by volunteers, that provides fairly recent news on events in Kosovo. Also has links to news from different countries around the region. Please note that the events are reported by the volunteers living in the region.
http://www.kosovonews.net ........ (735)
Moreover—Kosovo News
Provides a compilation of current articles from various international news sources.
http://www.moreover.com/cgi-local/page?page?o=portal&feed=392 (736)
OneWorld.net--Kosovo
Provides a compilation of news articles and working/position papers, documents, and reports from many international sources and organizations. Please note that some of these are not in the English language. To limit the search by language or topic, go to the light green box at the top of the page. There is also a country guide page, detailing the history, political situation, economy, and human development of Kosovo.
http://www.oneworld.net/article/country/971/ ( (737)
Public International Law and Policy Group (PILPG)—Balkan Watch
Balkan Watch is a twice-monthly publication, prepared by the Post-Conflict Political Development Practice of the Public International Law & Policy Group, which details and analyzes the various current events and conflicts in the Balkans region, including Kosovo.
For a free subscription, please send an e-mail to balkanwatch@pilpg.org with the following subject line, SUBSCRIBE BALKANWATCH.
Past and current editions of Balkan Watch can also be found at:
http://www.publicinternationallaw.org/programs/balkans/archives/ (738)
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL)—Balkan Report
Provides a compilation of articles detailing the events of Milosevic’s trial. Special begins in February 2002 and goes through 2004.
*Please note that the report should be frequently updated until the end of the trial.
http://www.rferl.org/reports/balkan-report/ (739)
Radio Free Europe (RFE)/Radio Liberty (RL) Special—Milosevic on Trial
Provides a compilation of articles detailing the events of Milosevic’s trial. Special begins in February 2002 and goes through 2004.
*Please note that the report should be frequently updated until the end of the trial.
http://www.rferl.org/specials/milosevic/ (740)
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL)—Southeastern Europe Newsline
Supplies up-to-date news from Southeastern Europe. The newsline also regularly provides features, analyses and special reports, many of which are relevant to Kosovo. To find articles relating to Kosovo throughout the entire website, click on the search form link on the right side of the webpage.
*Please note that you can receive a weekly e-mail of RFE/RL Newsline. Just go to the webpage and type your e-mail in the “subscribe” box.
http://www.rferl.org/newsline/4-see.asp (741)
Radio Television 21 (RTV 21)
An independent media agency based out of Pristina. Provides fairly recent news on events relating to Kosovo. Website has several links to international news agencies (please note that the ‘Kosova Today’ link does not lead to the correct website).
http://www.radio21.net/english/ (742)
Reuters
Provides current Albania-specific and Balkan regional news. Type in “Albania” in the light blue search box at the top of the webpage. Please note that you can also search for both news and pictures.
http://www.reuters.com (743)
Transitions Online (TOL), Southeastern Europe—Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
Provides a compilation of articles, commentaries, academic papers, etc. from across pertaining to Serbia and Montenegro, including Kosovo, and Southeastern Europe.
*Please note that you must have a paid subscription to view many of the reports.
http://www.tol.cz/look/TOL/section.tpl?IdLanguage=1&IdPublication=4&tpid=35 (744)
Washington Post
Provides current Kosovo-specific and Balkan regional news. Type in “Kosovo” in the google search box at the top of the webpage. Must fill out short subscription form in order to view news.
http://www.washingtonpost.com (745)
World News (WN) Network—Kosovo Daily
A great source that provides current news from around Europe and the world. For Kosovo-specific articles, go to the right of the screen and look under ‘Kosovo Headlines.’ To receive news updates by e-mail, type your e-mail address in the ‘News Updates by Email’ box at the top right of the screen.
http://www.kosovodaily.com/ (746)
National and Local Governmental Institutions and AgenciesBanking and Payments Authority of Kosovo (BPK)
The Banking and Payments Authority of Kosovo is a distinct public entity with the authority to license, supervise and regulate financial institutions in the territory of Kosovo. The website provides information on the functions and responsibilities of the BPK, financial institutions in Kosovo, and currency and exchange rates. There are also links to the institution’s annual and monthly reports.
http://www.bpk-kos.org/english/news.htm (747)
Ministry of Public Services—Statistical Office of Kosovo
Provides general statistical data and analysis about Kosovo. Website has four major links to: agriculture and environment, economy, population, and social. The publications link supplies numerous articles on: general statistics, agriculture and environment statistics, economic statistics, population statistics, and social statistics.
http://www.sok-kosovo.org/ (748)
External Governmental Institutions and AgenciesForeign and Commonwealth Office of the United Kingdom (FCO UK)—Country Profile, Serbia and Montenegro, Kosovo
Provides very general information on Serbia and Montenegro and Kosovo including: basic geography, recent history, UN and NATO involvement in Kosovo, politics and security, the economy, and international relations.
Also has a link for travel advice. Information sheets are updated and issued regularly throughout the year.
http://www.fco.gov.uk/ (754)
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)—Kosovo
Includes a link to the USAID Mission in Kosovo, as well a link to general country background information. The USAID Country Page link (on the right of the screen) provides a brief overview of the agency’s specific focuses within the country. Please note that this report can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.usaid.gov/locations/europe_eurasia/countries/ko/ (755)
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs—Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
Provides recent “highlights” from the area as well as links to general background notes about Serbia and Montenegro (including Kosovo) from sources such as the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) World Factbook and the U.S. Department of State Consular Information Sheets. The latter is particularly relevant to persons wanting to travel to Serbia and Montenegro. To receive up-to-date travel advisories, send an e-mail containing the word “subscribe” to:
travel-advisories-request@stolaf.edu
The website also provides country information in the form of remarks, fact sheets, and quick links to major reports. The major reports link leads to annual Human Rights Reports and Religious Freedom Reports. Please note that Human Rights Reports and Religious Freedom Reports are updated annually, consequently, a newer version than the one listed may become available.
http://www.state.gov/p/eur/ci/yi/ ( (756)
International Multilateral Organisations (IOs)European Union (EU) External Relations—Kosovo
Provides a brief overview of the role and work of the EU in Kosovo, including links to the work of the Humanitarian Aid Office (ECHO), the European Agency for Reconstruction, and the EU pillar of UNMIK. The website also addresses the challenges of EU financial assistance in the region.
http://europa.eu.int/comm/external_relations/see/fry/kosovo/index.htm#6 (750)
European Union (EU)—Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe (SCSP)
The Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe was adopted in 1999. More than 40 partner countries and organizations agreed to work to “foster peace, democracy, respect for human rights and economic prosperity,” which would eventually lead to regional stability. The website offers background and constituent documents of the Stability Pact, as well as links to various “Working Tables” of different regional initiatives. There are also links to press releases.
http://www.stabilitypact.org/ (751)
European Union (EU)—European Agency for Reconstruction, Kosovo
The European Agency for Reconstruction is responsible for the management of the main EU assistance programs in UN-administered Kosovo. In 2004, the Agency has been focused on encouraging investments from International Financial Institutions (IFIs), promoting good governance and the rule of law, as well as promoting adequate job training. The website provides links to activity reports, news bulletins, and press releases, articles, annual programs, and more
http://www.ear.eu.int/kosovo/kosovo.htm (752)
European Union (EU) Pillar of United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)
Provides information about the role and work of the EU in Kosovo, particularly its areas of activity. Website also has links to press releases and publications, which include the journals Commitment to Kosovo and Focus Kosovo.
http://www.euinkosovo.org/pDefault.asp# (753)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)—Kosovo Force (KFOR)
The official website of the NATO presence, known as KFOR, in Kosovo. Website has links to the background, objectives, and structure of SFOR, as well as recent NATO press releases and articles.
http://www.nato.int/kfor/welcome.html (757)
United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)
Provides information about the organization and mission of UNMIK, as well as links to other UN web pages supplying information about Kosovo. Website also has a news archives that dates back to 1999, and many links to other useful documents.
http://www.unmikonline.org/ (758)
United Nations—International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY)
The official website of the ICTY. Provides links to: the ICTY at a glance, latest developments, basic legal documents, indictments and proceedings, tribunal publications, and judgments.
http://www.un.org/icty/ (759)
United Nations Development Program (UNDP)—Kosovo
Provides a brief overview of the work of the UNDP in Kosovo. Website has links to several useful documents, including the Human Development Report, as well as to each of the UN organizations working in the region
http://www.ks.undp.org/index.asp (760)
International Financial Institutions (IFIs)The World Bank Group—Kosovo
Provides a brief overview of the World Bank’s mission in Kosovo. Website has links to: News and Events; Publications and Reports; Projects and Programs; Public Information Center; NGOs and Civil Society; and much more.
http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/COUNTRIES/ECAEXT/KOSOVOEXTN/0 (762)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)—Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
A useful source that provides detailed information about the country’s financial position within the Fund as well as the work of the organization in Serbia and Montenegro.
http://www.imf.org/external/np/tre/tad/exfin2.cfm?memberKey1=1072 (761)
International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGOs), Research Institutes, Non-State ActorsAmnesty International (AI)—Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
The website gives the AI 2004 Human Rights Report for Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo). There are also links to AI’s human rights agenda, the organization’s activities, and a report guide. The library link at the bottom of the page provides numerous articles relating to current and past political and social events and activities in Serbia and Montenegro, including Kosovo.
*Please note that the AI Human Rights Reports are updated annually, consequently, a newer version than the one listed may become available.
http://web.amnesty.org/report2004/yug-summary-eng (763)
European Centre for Minority Issues (ECMI)—Kosovo/a
ECMI is an NGO focused on majority-minority relations in the wider Europe. Although the Centre is based out of Germany, it has a project centre in Kosovo/a. The website provides links to its major projects, as well as links to other network information. The publications links are particularly useful.
*Please note at the time this guide was compiled, the Kosovo/a Centre link was not functioning.
http://www.ecmikosovo.org (764)
European Stability Initiative (ESI)
Offers information on two Kosovo-specific projects—The Future of Mitrovica and the “Lessons Learned and Analysis (LLA)” Unit of the EU Pillar of the UN Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). The former project, jointly operated by ESI and the EU Pillar of UNMIK, analyzes the best institution-building practices for use in Kosovo. LLA also uses Kosovo as a learning tool other parts of the world. The latter project presents a proposal on the ethnically divided town of Mitrovica. To view Kosovo-specific reports, go to the bottom of the page and click on the “Kosovo (LLA)” link.
http://www.esiweb.org (765)
Freedom House—Freedom In the World Report 2003, Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro, includes Kosovo)
The report provides valuable information on political rights and civil liberties in Serbia and Montenegro, including Kosovo. Also has an archive of reports from previous years. The “Resources” link under “Research and Publications” provides links to organizations working on political rights and civil liberties issues.
*Please note that these reports are updated annually, consequently, a newer version than the one listed may become available.
http://www.freedomhouse.org ........ (766)
Human Rights Watch, Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
Provides numerous articles relating to current and past political and social events and activities in Serbia and Montenegro, including Kosovo. Website also has links to annual overviews of human rights developments dating back to 1989.
http://www.hrw.org/doc?t=europe&c=serbia (767)
Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR)--Kosovo
Provides an overview of IWPR activities in the region. The Institute maintains the online “Balkans Crisis Report,” a compilation of articles from around the Balkans (note that IWPR has a special “Country Page” dedicated to Kosovo). There are also links to past reports. To receive reports via e-mail, go to the top right of the page and click on the “IWPR Reports Subscribe Free” gray box—enter your e-mail, country, and tick the box of the reports you want to receive.
http://www.iwpr.net/index.pl?local_balkans/kos/balkans_lt_kos_index_eng.html (768)
International Crisis Group (ICG)—Kosovo project
The Kosovo project is largely centered on the consolidation of the peace process, which includes examining: the legal status of Kosovo; the transition from United Nations control to local self-government; the creation of a judicial system and the rule of law; the return of displaced people to their homes; economic development and the privatization process; and the future role of international bodies, in particular the EU, in the province. The website has links to several useful articles focusing on a variety of these themes.
http://www.crisisweb.org/home/index.cfm?id=1243&l=1 (769)
Kosova Helsinki Committee
Committee does not have an independent website. The International Helsinki Federation for Human Rights website provides a brief background to the Kosova Committee’s work, contact information, and current project names.
http://www.ihf-hr.org/members/com_details.php?sec_id=2&com_id=29 (770)
United States Institute for Peace (USIP)—The Balkans, Kosovo
A great source that provides links to Institute publications, news, media, and Congressional testimony, and other online resources. The resource links include: Government Agencies and International Organizations; Maps and Guides; Media and News Sources; and Peace Agreements.
http://www.usip.org/balkans/research/kosovo.html#news (771)
University of Maryland, Center for International Development and Conflict Management—Minorities at Risk (MAR), Minority Group Assessment for Post-Communist States
MAR tracks “politically-active ethnic groups throughout the world, identifying where they are, what they do, and what happens to them.” The “Minority Group Assessment for Post-Communist States” details all Balkan countries, including the former Yugoslavia. Click on group name or group type to get more detailed information.
http://www.cidcm.umd.edu/inscr/mar/assessments.asp?regionId=2 (772)
Local Non-Governmental Organisation (NGOs), Civil Society Organisations, Research Institutes, Non-State ActorsDemocratic League of Kosova (LDK)
The official website of the leading Kosovar Albanian party in the region. The party is led by Dr. Ibrahim Rugova.
*Please note that information is not published in English.
http://www.ldk-kosova.org/index.html (749)
Articles, Papers, Reports, AgreementsConstitutional Framework for Provisional Self-Government (UNMIK)
Lays out the framework for provisional self-government in Kosovo. Includes a preamble as well as nine chapters covering: Basic Provisions; Principles to be Observed by the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government; Human Rights; Rights of Communities and Their Members; Responsibilities of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government; Law and Order; Kosovo Protection Corps; Powers and Responsibilities Reserved to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG); Provisional Institutions of Self-Government.
http://www.unmikonline.org/constframework.htm (773)
Standards for Kosovo (UNMIK)
The “Standards for Kosovo” is an extensive and detailed outline of the requirements that must be met before the question of Kosovo's future status is addressed. Eight broad categories of democratization must be established including: instituting functioning democratic institutions; founding rule of law; allowing freedom of movement; maintaining sustainable returns and the rights of communities and their members; developing a stable economy; upholding property rights; initiating dialogue; and preserving the Kosovo Protection Corps. Please use the link below to read the document in its entirety.
http://belgrade.usembassy.gov/current/031216b.html (774)
Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan (KSIP) (UNMIK)
The KSIP serves as the ‘map’ that sets out the actions and policies developed to reach the standards set out in the “Standards for Kosovo.” More specifically, the KSIP describes actions to be undertaken by the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government (PISG) and other institutions to achieve these Standards. Please use the link below to read the document in its entirety—can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.unmikonline.org/pub/misc/KSIP-Eng.pdf (775)
Combating Human Trafficking in Kosovo: Strategy and Commitment
A useful document that examines the issue of human trafficking, particularly in Kosovo. The paper is divided into four broad sections: Defining the Problem; Combating Human Trafficking; Continuing Problems in Counter Trafficking Activities and Opportunities for Strategic Initiative; Review of Recommendations Made by Amnesty International. Please note that the document can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.unmikonline.org/misc/UNMIK_Whit_paper_on_trafficking.pdf (776)
United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR)—Manual for Sustainable Return
The manual provides an in-depth review of the issue of sustainable return, specifically in Kosovo. The document is broadly divided into: Context; Operational Guidelines; and Selected Policy Framework Documents. Please note that the document can only be viewed as a PDF file.
http://www.unmikonline.org/srsg/orc/documents/Manual_ENG.pdf (777)
For the Record 2003: UN Human Rights System, Serbia and Montenegro (includes Kosovo)
Website has useful information pertaining to a variety of UN activities. Links include: treaties, Commission on Human Rights, thematic reports, Security Council, and field operations. The website also has an archive of past reports, as well as a “Human Rights Internet” box with links to various human rights websites.
*Please note that these reports are updated annually, consequently, a newer version than the one listed may become available.
http://www.hri.ca/fortherecord2003/vol5/yugoslavia.htm (778)
OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Reports
Website provides numerous reports on recent political and social problems and situations in Kosovo. These documents are broadly divided into: Human Rights and Law; the Criminal Justice System; Ethnic Minorities; Democratization; and Media.
http://www.osce.org/kosovo/documents/reports/ (779)
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